2016 Honda Civic MPG
30–35 mpg combined across 6 EPA-rated versions. Best: Civic 2Dr (FWD, 1.5L 4-cyl) at 31 city / 41 hwy / 35 combined; lowest: Civic 2Dr (2.0L 4-cyl, M6) at 30.
Every version
| Version | Engine | Trans. | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civic 2Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 31 | 41 | 35 | $1,900 |
| Civic 4Dr | 1.5L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 31 | 42 | 35 | $1,900 |
| Civic 2Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 30 | 39 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 30 | 40 | 34 | $1,950 |
| Civic 4Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 27 | 38 | 31 | $2,150 |
| Civic 2Dr | 2.0L 4-cyl | M6 | FWD | 26 | 37 | 30 | $2,250 |
How it compares
- 2016 Compact Cars: class average 26.3 mpg over 193 versions; best Civic +8.7 (#5).
- 2015: 44 mpg best (−9 for 2016).
- 2017: 36 mpg best.
- Fuel cost spread: $1,900–$2,250 a year ($350 difference).
- 2026 model: 49 mpg best (+14).
Safety
| Crash test | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Civic 2 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ · 9.3% risk |
| Honda Civic 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ · 9.5% risk |
1,082 owner complaints: Steering 445, Unknown Or Other 253, Electrical System 119, Engine 95. Crashes 36, fires 4, injuries 16.
| Complaint area | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 445 | 41% |
| Unknown Or Other | 253 | 23% |
| Electrical System | 119 | 11% |
| Engine | 95 | 9% |
| Service Brakes | 94 | 9% |
| Structure | 48 | 4% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 47 | 4% |
| Power Train | 37 | 3% |
Recent owner reports: Steering
“When driving at highway speeds/long distances, steering occasionally gets stiffer to the point where it will stick and require more force to free. This leads to overcorrections and constant adjustments for the duration of the drive, as well as difficulty staying in a lane. Issue can usually only be replicated when driving longer distances on the highway, especially when driving on a straight road.”
“When the Honda Civic has been driven long enough for the steering to get warm, at highway speeds, the steering wheel will stick in position instead of centering itself. Manual adjustment has to be done to straighten the car.”
“Mostly during warm weather and driving over 45MPH the steering gets sticky. When attempting to use a little pressure to make a slight correction to keep the care centered in the lane the steering "jumps" and over steers requiring to re-correct to stay centered in the lane. I'm having to keep correcting the steering which causes me difficulty and concerned about the safety especially driving on the highway.”
Owner reports are unverified and filed directly with NHTSA.
Recalls
5 NHTSA campaigns (check a VIN).
| Date | Component | Campaign |
|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | Air Bags › sensor › occupant Classification › front Passenger | 26V332000 |
| Dec 18, 2023 | Fuel System, Gasoline › delivery › fuel Pump | 23V858000 |
| Oct 11, 2016 | Parking Brake | 16V725000 |
| Jul 11, 2016 | Exterior Lighting | 16V526000 |
| Feb 9, 2016 | Engine And Engine Cooling › engine | 16V074000 |